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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 43m

It's the 4th Anniversary of the opening of my Shopify website! Get 50% off of ALL my crochet patterns with the code '4THANNIVERSARY'. Remember, this only lasts from 20/10 to 27/10, so please don't miss out.

laurascraftedcollectibles.com/discount/4TH...

#crochet #crochetpatterns

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 1h

Well, I can access Canva again…just.

It’s still early hours, though, so let’s not get our hopes up just yet.

#awsoutage

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 1h

Oh, my goodness, it’s worse than I thought. It’s not just Canva that’s down…but Amazon, Fortnite and Snapchat. Heck, I can’t even access my bank account! 😧

In other words, the internet is on life support. It just goes to show how much we rely on it, doesn’t it?

#internetoutage #awsoutage

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 2h

Unfortunately, Canva is down at the moment. I was supposed to show my current sale, to celebrate my 4th anniversary of the opening of my website. So I'm gonna have to create my banner via Affinity Designer. #Canva #CanvaDown

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 1h

Oh, my goodness, it’s worse than I thought. It’s not just Canva that’s down…but Amazon, Fortnite and Snapchat. Heck, I can’t even access my bank account! 😧

In other words, the internet is on life support. It just goes to show how much we rely on it, doesn’t it?

#internetoutage #awsoutage

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 2h

Unfortunately, Canva is down at the moment. I was supposed to show my current sale, to celebrate my 4th anniversary of the opening of my website. So I'm gonna have to create my banner via Affinity Designer. #Canva #CanvaDown

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 2h

Also, I'm a bit worried that I'll have to delay my upcoming crochet pattern, because of this. However, it's not until next Friday, so hopefully, things might go back to normal by then.

Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 2h

Unfortunately, Canva is down at the moment. I was supposed to show my current sale, to celebrate my 4th anniversary of the opening of my website. So I'm gonna have to create my banner via Affinity Designer. #Canva #CanvaDown

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 2d

Market Day (18/10)! My first one since last June. It’s at the Venture Centre 2000 in Manningtree.

#crochet #marketday #craftfair

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 5d

To tell you the truth…I never got around to crocheting poppers, while other crocheters did. 😅 Where have I been in my life?

This is going to be added to my stock next Saturday!

#crochet #crochetpopper #keychain

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 6d

My Frozen Treat Penguins (that’s their new name)…NOW HAVE TAILS! And what’s more? They can stand on their own more easily!

Their patterns are being created and will be tested and released soon.

#crochet #amigurumi #penguin

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 7d

FINALLY. Something new after working on my October stock.

Duck In Reindeer Costume! 🦆 🦌

#crochet #amigurumi #christmas

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 8d

Finally, a pattern sale for this year’s Halloween! 🦇

#CaChing #crochet #halloween

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 12d

What? You can create bundles on Ravelry? Why didn't I look into this until now!?

So far, only one bundle features my free crochet patterns, but I have uploaded more on Ravelry since July. More bundles will be added, such as Christmas/winter, summer, etc.

ravel.me/LCCollectibl...

#ravelry #crochet

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Anxiety Fox @anxietyfox.com · 18d

Introducing.. Smol Feelings, tiny plush toys that help show your mood! I hope to make these plush toys affordable, cute, and helpful for those who struggle with showing thier current feelings!

We launch in November.. ah! With your help, we can get many Smol Feelings!

tinyurl.com/smolfeelings...

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 19d

Patisserie Bear (Pumpkin Pie Orange)! 🎃 🧡

My market is coming up on 18/10, so I have to come up with something exclusive.

#crochet #amigurumi #halloween

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 23d

Pattern release: Audrey The Autumn Squirrel! 🍂 🐿️

This pattern has been tested by other crocheters via Instagram and Ribblr. Thank you!

laurascraftedcollectibles.com/products/aud...

#crochet #crochetpattern #patternrelease #autumn

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 25d

No-Sew Christmas Tree Turtle! 🎄

Yes, this is actually a no-sew crochet project, even with the star on top.

#crochet #nosew #Christmas

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 26d

Cat In Christmas Tree Costume! 🐱 🎄

#crochet #amigurumi #Christmas

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 28d

Everyone, please read this. This was the main reason I chose to sell my own art in May 2024!

www.threads.com/@phiber.art/...

Phi (@phiber.art) on Threads

As I’ve recently noticed many people who got their Etsy shops or patterns taken down, wondering why: under no circumstances is it legal to sell crochet patterns of existing characters without permissi...

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · 28d

As I got back to the grind, I just received another order. Thank you so much!! 🥹 #CaChing

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Sep 11

Hi, guys. I won’t be posting anything for the next week, because I’m taking a break. I’ll be back on 22nd September, by working on my stock for my October market!

See ya. 👋

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Sep 8

New special character: Susie The Snow Giraffe! ❄️ 🦒

Anyone getting ready for this Christmas/winter? Because I am.

#crochet #winter #animal

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Sep 1

After Royal Mail's recent announcement of shipping with PDDP (Postal Delivered Duties Paid) service, I've now decided to resume my shipping of physical products to the US. This goes to both my Shopify website and Ko-Fi shop.

Thank you all for your patience!

#royalmail #pddp #usshipping

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Aug 31

Audrey The Autumn Squirrel! 🍂 🐿️

I always wanted to crochet a squirrel for the autumn. Now she’s here. 🥰

Incidentally, this is the first time I used buttons in years.

#crochet #amigurumi #autumn

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Aug 29

Pattern release (25/8): Werewolf In A Sweets Bucket!

This has been tested by me and other crocheters via Instagram.

laurascraftedcollectibles.com/products/wer...

#crochet #crochetpattern #patternrelease #halloween

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Aug 28

Costumed Animals: ‘Fast Food’ Set! 🍔 🍟 🥤

#crochet #foodcrochet #plush #art

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Laura Dixon @lccollectibles.bsky.social · Aug 27

Rabbit In Soda Costume! 🐰 🥤

This was a simple project…except I had a tough time coming up with a design for the soda cup.

#crochet #amigurumi #plush

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